Top 5 Most Emotional and Heart-Wrenching Moments in NBA History 

By Prikshit  August 07, 2023

NBA

If you're a dedicated NBA enthusiast, you've undoubtedly experienced the thrilling highs and challenging lows that characterize the sport.

Sometimes, it can be hard to stick it out until the end of a season, as it can get too heavy on the heart. Here are the top 5 emotional moments in NBA history.  

It took the world by storm when the news of the untimely death of Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna, made the news in 2020. It is still hard for us.

KOBE BRYANT’S CHOPPER CRASH JORDAN

Michael Jordan retired twice, in 1993 and 2003. His final retirement was especially emotional for fans, as they knew they wouldn't see him play again.

RETIREMENT OF MICHAEL JORDAN

NBA fans were devastated when the star college player Len Bias overdosed on cocaine and died just two days after being drafted by the Boston Celtics.  

DEATH OF LEN BIAS

Dream team is one of the most dominant teams assembled to this day. The team was put together to avenge the USA in olympics. Their games were some of the most exciting in NBA history.  

THE DREAM TEAM

Kobe's NBA legacy shines bright with his 60-point farewell game, followed by a standing ovation for his heartfelt post-game speech.

KOBE’S LAST GAME

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